Barcelona Set to Clash with Osasuna: Match Preview, Bold Predictions and Expected Starting XIs
Title-holding Barcelona welcome Osasuna this Saturday as they aim to strengthen their position at the summit of La Liga.
A sequence of six consecutive victories has propelled Barcelona from trailing by five points to leading their arch-nemeses Real Madrid by four points in the Spanish top flight. Hansi Flick's squad hasn't suffered a domestic defeat since October and are determined to maintain their winning momentum.
Osasuna have managed only a single victory in their previous seven league encounters, presenting an advantageous fixture for the Catalan giants. However, Flick would be wise to recall that Osasuna delivered his inaugural La Liga loss as head coach last season, leaving no space for complacency.
Barcelona boast an unblemished record across the four matches they've contested since returning to the Spotify Camp Nou. Facing Osasuna, Barça's objective is to prolong that streak while demonstrating continued progress as the calendar year draws to a close.
Here is Sports Illustrated's comprehensive match preview.
What Time Does Barcelona vs. Osasuna Kick-Off?
Barcelona vs. Osasuna Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Barcelona | Osasuna |
|---|---|
Barcelona 2–1 Eintracht Frankfurt - 09/12/25 | Osasuna 2–0 Levante - 08/12/25 |
Real Betis 3–5 Barcelona - 06/12/25 | Ebro 3–5 Osasuna - 02/12/25 |
Barcelona 3–1 Atlético Madrid - 02/12/25 | Mallorca 2–2 Osasuna - 29/11/25 |
Barcelona 3–1 Aláves - 29/11/25 | Osasuna 1–3 Real Sociedad - 22/11/25 |
Chelsea 3–0 Barcelona - 25/11/25 | Sevilla 1–0 Osasuna - 08/11/25 |
How to Watch Barcelona vs. Osasuna on TV, Live Stream
Country | TV/Live Stream |
|---|---|
United States | ESPN Select, fuboTV, ESPN App |
United Kingdom | Premier Sports Player, LaLigaTV |
Canada | TSN+ |
Mexico | Sky Sports Mexico, Sky+ |
Barcelona Team News
Barcelona's injury situation has improved significantly in recent weeks, allowing Flick to field more stable starting elevens.
Dani Olmo will be sidelined for the remainder of 2025 due to a shoulder problem, joining Gavi on the treatment table until the new year begins. Defender Ronald Araújo represents the only other significant absentee, as the Uruguayan continues to address personal issues away from the club.
Flick tested Lamine Yamal in the central attacking midfielder position during their previous La Liga outing. While this tactical adjustment didn't diminish the youngster's offensive contribution, it did enable Roony Bardghji to shine, potentially encouraging the German tactician to repeat this formation tweak.
Eric García has emerged as the favored partner for Pedri in the engine room ahead of Frenkie de Jong in recent fixtures, and this preference appears set to persist. The defensive line will remain consistent as Barça seek to establish greater solidity at the back.
Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Osasuna
Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Osasuna (4-2-3-1): García; Koundé, Cubarsí, Martín, Balde; García, Pedri; Bardghji, Yamal, Raphinha; Torres.
Osasuna Team News
Íker Benito emerges as the sole significant injury concern for Alessio Lisci to navigate, with a serious knee injury ruling him out for the campaign's duration.
Beyond that setback, Lisci has his complete roster available as he attempts to secure Osasuna's first triumph at Barcelona since 2020.
Osasuna will carry fresh optimism after partially escaping their goal-scoring drought, netting four of their 14 league strikes this season across their two most recent matches. Ante Budimir will spearhead the attack, hoping to trouble Barcelona as he did when scoring twice to spark Osasuna's victory in their initial 2024–25 encounter.
Defensively, veteran shot-stopper Sergio Herrera must deliver a stellar performance to neutralize an offensive unit that has found the net 15 times in their last four La Liga appearances.
Osasuna Predicted Lineup vs. Barcelona
Osasuna predicted lineup vs. Barcelona (3-4-2-1): Herrera; Boyomo, Catena, Herrando; Moncayola, Torró, Oroz, Bretones; García, Muñoz; Budimir.
Barcelona vs. Osasuna Score Prediction
Barcelona should secure a commanding victory on Saturday to finish the evening with a seven-point advantage over Real Madrid in La Liga.
Flick's offensive unit has rediscovered their devastating form in recent weeks, and the scoring could intensify once they break the deadlock. Even should the visitors find the scoresheet, the Catalans have demonstrated their ability to respond effectively.
The home side will claim a decisive triumph to extend their La Liga winning streak to seven matches.
Prediction: Barcelona 5–1 Osasuna